Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 90 Posts
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Important Schedule & Dates
| Online Application Starts | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-11-12T12:00:00.000Z |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | Exempted |
| Admit Card Release Date | Call letters released 2 to 3 weeks prior to interview |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | SSB Interviews from February to March 2027 |
Application Fee
Nil (No Fee for Any Category)
Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Age Limit & Criteria
16.5 to 19.5 Years as of 01/07/2027 (Born between 02/01/2008 and 01/01/2011)
Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.
Official Important Links
Access the authorized board portals and download official gazettes.
Full Notification Details
Indian Army has opened online applications for 90 cadet vacancies under the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES 57) course commencing July 2027. Candidates who passed 10+2 PCM with at least 60 percent marks and appeared in JEE Main 2026 can apply at joinindianarmy.nic.in by 12 November 2026.
Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Indian Army has released the official recruitment notice for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) course. This recruitment grants permanent commission in the cadre of officers. If you want to build a career as an army technical officer right after school, this course gives you direct entry without a written entrance test.
Shortlisted candidates undergo four years of composite military and technical engineering training. Engineering degrees get awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University or partner national institutes upon graduation. During the final year of military training at the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, cadets earn a fixed monthly stipend of Rs. 56,100.
Important Dates Schedule
Mark these official registration deadlines and interview timelines on your calendar:
• Online Application Start: 14 October 2026
• Online Application Deadline: 12 November 2026 (12:00 PM Noon)
• SSB Interview Dates: February to March 2027
• Medical Examination: Immediately following the SSB recommendation
• Course Commencement: July 2027 at designated Cadet Training Wings
Vacancies & Commission Type
The notification announces 90 vacancies for male candidates:
• Total Vacancies: 90 Posts (Approximate and subject to change based on training capacity).
• Type of Commission: Permanent Commission in the rank of Lieutenant upon successful completion of the course.
• Training Tenure: 4 Years (Basic Military Training plus Technical Engineering Training).
Application Fee
The Indian Army charges zero registration charges:
• All Candidates (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST): Rs. 0 (Nil).
• No offline fee receipt or challan is required.
Eligibility Norms & Age Limits
Applicants must satisfy these exact educational and age conditions:
• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 60 percent marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized state or central education board.
• Mandatory JEE Requirement: Candidates must have appeared in the JEE (Main) 2026 national entrance examination. The army prepares the SSB interview call cutoff entirely on the Common Rank List (CRL) rank of JEE Main 2026.
• Age Bracket: 16.5 years to 19.5 years as of 01 July 2027. Candidates must not be born before 02 January 2008 and not after 01 January 2011, both days inclusive.
• Marital Status: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible to join the scheme.
Selection Process Stages
The Indian Army selection process relies on academic merit, psychological fitness, and medical standards:
1. Initial Shortlisting: The Directorate General of Recruiting shortlists candidates based on the JEE Main 2026 CRL cutoff score.
2. Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview: Five-day assessment conducted at Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), or Jalandhar (Punjab). Stages include Officer Intelligence Rating tests, Picture Perception and Discussion, Psychological Tests, Group Testing Officer tasks, and Personal Interviews.
3. Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB board undergo a comprehensive medical fitness examination at military hospitals.
4. Final All-India Merit List: Issued by Army Headquarters based purely on SSB interview scores of medically fit candidates.
Pay Scale & Career Progression
Appointed officers join at Level 10 under the 7th Central Pay Commission:
• Cadet Training Stipend: Rs. 56,100 per month during the final year of military training at IMA Dehradun.
• Lieutenant Pay Scale: Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500) plus Military Service Pay (MSP) of Rs. 15,500 per month.
• Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Flying Pay, free medical coverage, and military mess accommodation.
How to Apply Online at joinindianarmy.nic.in
Follow these steps to submit your form before the closing hour:
1. Open the Indian Army recruitment portal at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Complete the initial captcha check to enter the home dashboard.
3. Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' and register using your active email and mobile number.
4. Select 'Apply' under the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES 57) notification tab.
5. Enter your Class 12 PCM marks and your official JEE (Main) 2026 Application Number and CRL Rank.
6. Upload your passport photo and digital signature according to specified pixel dimensions.
7. Review all entries carefully, submit the application, and save your two-page confirmation PDF.
Direct Official Links
Verify all details and submit your application through these official commission links:
• Official Application Portal: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
• Download TES 57 Notification PDF: https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/NotificationPDF/NOTIFICATION_OF_TES-57.pdf
• Indian Army Home Portal: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Open the official recruitment portal using the direct application link provided below.
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.
Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, and category certificate numbers accurately.
Upload required scanned photographs and signatures in the dimensions specified by the commission.
Pay the prescribed application fee through authorized net banking, card, or UPI channels.
Download and print the final confirmation slip and fee receipt for future verification.
Vikramaditya Rathore
Sarkari recruitment researcher specializing in official gazette notifications, eligibility norms, and application procedures.